2000 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Compass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Terrano II | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Terrano II | Compass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
